… Given that there has already been a gap between NDCs and the Cancun target of holding global warming below 2°C, the Paris goals call for even more ambitious … for a global cost-effective pathway, even with regard to compatibility with the “old” Cancun 2°C goal. Therefore, a substantial increase of ambition in all the …

… that could help ensure the transition benefits everyone. 04.10.2024 Most households can cope well with the consequences of the transport transition – many even … by measures for the transport transition: Commuters Men Higher income earners Households in rural areas Those who have suffered the most from negative environmental impacts so far will benefit: Lower income earners Old and young people People with pre-existing health conditions People with a …

… space and water heaters New EU regulations for environmentally friendly heaters Old heaters have high hidden potential to save energy. New energy labels can guide … are labelled with the energy efficiency class information that is familiar on household appliances. When combined with solar heaters or other types of heaters, these … and hot water heating account for about 35% of final energy consumption in Germany. Older models of gas and oil-fired boilers in Germany must also be labelled with …

… still too high (about 17 percent) while exposure to substances that have replaced "old" plasticisers has increased at the same time. ⁠PFAS : Per- and polyfluorinated …

… plugged in unnecessarily Source: Tolola / iStock / Thinkstock The average household of two can save 250 euros through more economical use of energy. A new brochure … but a lot more can still be done to bring down power consumption. The average household can save up to 250 euros. The best way is to switch off equipment that is not in …

… The anniversary celebration on 15 June 2024 offers a varied programme for young and old: UBA ⁠experts from over 50 different disciplines will provide information on …

… in Germany. I want us to do more to help the disadvantaged in our society. Old people's homes and nursing homes, day-care centres and hospitals often lack the …

… between 1989 and 1994. The situation was quite different in the territory of the old Länder, where emissions initially remained unchanged. The main reasons for the …

… 4000 full-load hours per plant per year for lignite and hard coal  plants which are older than 20 years. What's more, at least 5 gigawatts of the oldest and most inefficient coal-fired power plants should be shut down completely.” …

… the desire for a better device is pivotal, even when it comes to large household appliances like refrigerators. The proportion of large household appliances which were replaced within less than five years due to a defect …

… made by the federal states and the German Environment Agency (UBA). The threshold value of 40 micrograms per cubic metre (µg/m³) on a yearly average was exceeded … threat to our health for decades”, said UBA’s President Maria Krautzberger. “It is old diesel-powered vehicles in particular which are to blame for this in cities. It …